|
|
Article: Life Cycle Analyses Shows Environmental Benefits of Using Stainmaster Carpets
- Article from:
- Manufacturing Close-Up
- Article date:
- October 31, 2009
CopyrightCopyright 2009 Manufacturing Close-Up. Provided by ProQuest LLC. (Hide copyright information)
|
Stainmaster carpets and carpets of Antron fiber can have up to 40
percent lower energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions
(expressed as CO2 equivalents) than the majority of competitive
carpets in their respective markets, according to combined life
cycle analyses (LCAs) and performance testing results.
The LCA results reflect the eco-profiles of Invista's
manufacturing processes for Antron and Stainmaster carpet fibers and
the length of time these products perform during their first life,
which Invista defines as the time period from when a new carpet is
installed until it needs to be removed due to unacceptable
appearance and/or performance.
"Invista commissioned the LCAs and ...